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Australians could soon be able to choose what appears in their social media feed. How would this work?

On ABC’s Insiders program on Sunday, federal Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek said the government is exploring whether Australians should be able to opt in to algorithmically curated social media feeds.

The Conversation · Sep 1

FED:Officials turn to AI to speed up sexual assault claims

Department of Social Services officials says artificial intelligence is being used to speed up processing times for thousands of applications.

AAP · Jun 4

Officials turn to AI to speed up sexual assault claims

Department of Social Services officials says artificial intelligence is being used to speed up processing times for thousands of applications.

AAP · Jun 4

Support payments streamlined to help struggling kids

Parents battling with day-to-day costs for their kids will be able to access support more easily as a confusing bureaucratic system is slimmed down.

AAP · Oct 23, 2025

Aged pensioners to feel impact of asset test changes

Rates the government assumes people earn money on savings from will increase for the first time since they were lowered during the global pandemic.

AAP · Aug 19, 2025

Child Protective Services Investigated Her 4 Times Because She Let Her Kids Play Outside

A mom who trusted her kids to play outside ended up under repeated investigation.

Reason · Aug 9, 2025

The ghost of Robodebt – Federal Court rules billions of dollars in welfare debts must be recalculated

A recent landmark court decision could have significant ramifications for several million social security recipients.

The Conversation · Jul 27, 2025

Worries autism plan may overlook children who need help

Australia has launched its first national autism strategy and action plan but some say it doesn't go far enough to improve inclusion and engagement.

AAP · Jan 13, 2025

Aged care fees to stay lower for sexual abuse survivors

Sexual abuse survivors won't have their redress scheme payments counted when their finances are means-tested before heading into aged care.

AAP · Nov 11, 2024

“She Then Called The Secret Service”: 30 Of The Worst Neighbor Experiences People Have Ever Had

Unfortunately for some people, their neighbors are crazy enough to make life difficult for them for no apparent reason. The post “She Then Called The Secret Service”: 30 Of The Worst Neighbor Experiences People Have Ever Had first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Nov 1, 2024